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12th Graders, College Undergraduates, and Graduate Students. No application is required. The contest is open to students worldwide, except where void or prohibited by law.

WEB: https://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests/atlas-shrugged/

Established by the American Sephardi Federation, the Broome and Allen Scholarship is for undergraduate and graduate students of Sephardic descent who are focusing their college education on Sephardic studies. High school seniors, college undergraduates, college graduate students, and those working on research projects are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Candidates are not required to be citizens of the United States, but they must be completing all of their studies in the U.S.

WEB: Broome and Allen Scholarship

Applicant must be an incoming freshman or current, full-time undergraduate at a four-year college or university, have parent or self currently or formerly employed at an Asian-owned or Asian cuisine restaurant, demonstrate community advocacy and social justice work on behalf of Asian American, immigrant, gay and lesbian and/or other progressive causes, have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have financial need. No citizenship status requirement.

WEB: http://www.asianpacificfund.org/what-we-do/scholarships

The Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund aids people active in movements for social and economic justice. These need-based scholarships are awarded to students who are able to do academic work at the college or university level and who are active in the progressive movement. Early recipients worked for civil rights, against McCarthyism and for peace in Vietnam. Recent grantees have been active in the struggle against racism, sexism, homophobia and other forms of oppression; building the movement for economic justice; and creating peace through international anti-imperialist solidarity. Applicants must have participated in activities in the US, and there is a strong preference for applicants who plan on working in this country.

WEB: http://www.davisputter.org/apply

Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at an accredited U.S college or university and submit an essay regarding their opinions of the benefits or drawbacks of driverless vehicles on the economy and society at large.

WEB: http://www.dcacar.com/scholarship.html

10x digital awards a $1,000 scholarship each year to one talented student who is majoring in a field related to digital marketing. This money may be used to pay for tuition, books, or living expenses.

WEB: https://www.10xdigitalinc.com/digital-marketing-scholarship

Applicant must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time student, in a four-year or two-year institution in the U.S. or U.S. territories, and demonstrate a verifiable need for financial support. At least one parent must be of Hispanic ancestry. Recipients must also be available to attend the National USHLI Conference.

WEB: https://www.ushli.org/dr-juan-andrade-jr-scholarship-for-young-hispanic-leaders/

The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees up to a maximum of $16,500 for an associate degree and $33,000 for a bachelor’s degree. The two partner colleges in Colorado are MSU Denver and the Community College of Denver. Please note that some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $5,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation. The award is renewable each year – you simply have to meet the continuing eligibility criteria. 

WEB: The Dream U.S. Scholarships (National Scholarship)

The contest is open to registered undergraduate full-time Juniors or Seniors at accredited four-year colleges or universities in the United States during the Fall Semester. The essay must be the original, unpublished work of one student. Only one essay per student per year may be submitted.

WEB: https://eliewieselfoundation.org/prize-in-ethics/

Applicants must demonstrate leadership through academic achievements and campus/community activities, be Science, Technology, Engineering or Math related majors, must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher, be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program for the preceding fall semester, at an accredited 2-yr or 4-yr college/university in the U.S. or its territories, and be of Hispanic origin and/or must significantly participate in and promote organizations and activities in the Hispanic community.

WEB: https://greatmindsinstem.org/gmis-scholarship-application/ 

Specific eligibility varies by scholarship. Have plans to enroll full-time at a two- or four-year U.S. accredited institution.

WEB: https://www.hsf.net/scholarship

Specific eligibility varies by scholarship. Have plans to enroll full-time at a two- or four-year U.S. accredited institution.

WEB: https://www.iefa.org/scholarships/2883/International_Women_in_Media_Scholarship

Applicant must plan to graduate from a U.S. high school in spring, intend to enroll in an accredited 4-year college beginning in the fall, earn a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above, SAT combined math and critical reading score of 1200 or above and/or ACT composite score of 26 or above, and demonstrate significant unmet financial need. Will consider applicants with family income up to $95,000.

WEB: Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship

Be a current student at an accredited U.S. community college or two-year institution with sophomore status or a recent graduate. Applicant must plan to enroll full time in a baccalaureate program at an accredited college or university in the fall, have a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale (or the equivalent), demonstrate unmet financial need and have not previously been nominated for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

WEB: Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship

Scholarships are awarded to undergraduate and graduate students who have greater than average financial need. Consideration is given to conditions or experiences that render the student disadvantaged (poor high school/undergraduate preparation, due to poverty, etc.) Applicants should be planning a career in nuclear science, nuclear engineering, or a nuclear-related field and be enrolled or planning to enroll in a college or university located in the United States, but need not be U.S. citizens.

WEB: John and Muriel Landis Scholarships

Our $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one college student who has battled leukemia or whose life has been affected by it.

WEB: https://www.johnfoy.com/strong-arm-leukemia-scholarship/

Hispanic undergraduate applicants who have a cumulative GPA of 2.80 out of a 4.0 GPA scale. No GPA mentioned for graduate applicants. Applicants must have completed at least one full-time year of study for undergraduate applicants, and at least one full-time semester of study for graduate applicants. Eligible degrees include: all Bachelor degrees, Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Public Administration/Policy, Master of Social Work, Master of Education, and Master of Divinity.

WEB: La Unidad Latina Foundation Scholarship

Colorado Resident – determined by having a permanent address in Colorado, Hispanic Heritage and/or actively involved in the Hispanic community, Minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average. Recipients are required to fulfill 10 hours of community service during year of funding at your college/university. Service provided at or for LAEF will qualify to satisfy this requirement and is strongly encouraged.

WEB: https://www.laefcolorado.org/programs#LAEF-scholarship-section

Be a U.S. based, high school senior. Be a U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident or be an individual granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA). Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or one of the following Business programs- Business Administration, Finance or Marketing at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational school, in the United States, for the entire upcoming academic year. Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent

WEB: Microsoft HOLA Scholarship

This scholarship is not a traditional scholarship focused on rewarding academic achievement and financial need. Its specific goal is to reward and encourage innovative and creative problem solving. The scholarship aims to honor students who excel as creative problem-solvers and to help make their higher education goals more accessible.

WEB: https://www.mfscholarship.org/

The Financial Assistance Scholarship is available to all graduating high school students
and current college students (at any level) of Iranian descent regardless of citizenship
or country of residency.

WEB: https://momenifoundation.org/scholarship/

 

Each of the following criteria is weighed equally when NAHJ considers which students to select as scholarship recipients: commitment to the field of journalism; academic achievement; financial need; and awareness of the Latino community.

WEB: https://nahj.org/scholarships/

This scholarship is for students who are involved in the LGBTQ community (students do not need to self-identify with the LGBTQ community to qualify). To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must demonstrate very strong academic performance, proven leadership skills, and desire to make a difference in the world. Scholarships are awarded based on marginalization, financial need, academic achievement, personal merit, leadership, involvement in the LGBTQ community, professional experiences, and personal and future goals. The program is open to all college students regardless of citizenship, but recipients must attend accredited institutions within the United States.

WEB: Point Foundation Scholarship Fund

In addition to a demonstrated passion for community engagement and a full commitment to the Puksta Scholars Program, an applicant must also: Be a full-time student (defined as at least 12 credit hours per semester). Have a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. Meet MSU Denver’s institutional financial aid satisfactory academic progress (SAP) requirements. Not be in default or owe any refund/repayment of federal, state, or institutional aid. Have a final high school transcript on file with the Office of Admissions, indicating graduation or proof of successful completion of a GED.

WEB: http://pukstafoundation.org

Applicant must be an undocumented high school senior or GED graduate who will enroll for the first time in an accredited college or university in the U.S or Puerto Rico.

WEB: https://ca-core.org/scholarship/

 

Eligibility: Applicants to the Scholarship America Dream Award must: Be at least 17 years of age, be U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents (holders of a Permanent Resident card), or individuals granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA), have received a high school diploma or the equivalent from a U.S. school by September of the corresponding year, have completed or expect to successfully complete a minimum of one full year of postsecondary education by June of the corresponding year, plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at the sophomore year level or higher at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the United States for the entire academic year, be studying to obtain an associate’s or first bachelor’s degree, have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent), demonstrate financial need.

WEB: https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/dreamaward/

A full tuition scholarship for a woman seeking an undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or math, funded by Cards Against Humanity. The winner of the Science Ambassador Scholarship will receive full tuition coverage for up to four years.

WEB: www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org

An organization formed October 2021 to provide a biannual scholarship, open to students nationally. The applications will be available on major scholarship directories and require essays of 500 words. Scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors based on the most compelling stories — regarding their life story, their intended field of study, career and how they will make an impact on the world.

WEB: https://www.rollinsscholarship.org/scholarship-application

Minimum college grade point average (GPA) of not less than the equivalent of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Must have completed at least two and a half academic years of full-time college work at the time of application, and must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in the United States or its territories, working towards a bachelor’s degree, and plan to continue to be enrolled in the subsequent academic year. Interested in pursuing a career in the aerospace field. Entering senior year in the 2015-2016 academic year. Must be female, of any citizenship or nationality.

WEB: http://www.womeninaerospacefoundation.org/foundation/#scholarship

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